1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 Volvo 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (143 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Rally Raid | 740 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
